Snapchat
AmericanEtymology
Origin of Snapchat
First recorded in 2011; snap ( def. ) + chat ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Meta announced a smartglasses collaboration with the celebrity Kylie Jenner, whose posts on Snapchat had previously helped drive its cultural relevance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Young people across the country downloaded Snapchat as a way to send each other pictures that quickly disappeared.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Most notable, though, was Norway forward Haaland, whose popularity skyrocketed as fans flocked to his Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat accounts.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
The law, which was due to take effect on September 1, would have barred younger users from social networks such as TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram, among other restrictions.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
“Actually...no. He’s not the Facebook type. More of a Snapchat or texting guy.”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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